> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3077807-dev-test-software-design-engineer-2](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3077807-dev-test-software-design-engineer-2). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Dev & Test - Software Design Engineer 2 - **Company:** Everforth Apex - **Location:** Redmond, WA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Build Automation, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Code Generation, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Data Structures, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Program Analysis, Software Engineering, Virtual Machines, Large Language Models, Multi-Agent Systems, Information Technology, Build Tools, Virtual Agents - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e4be2f26-f0ce-4556-89c8-8af945bea052 ## About the Role Education: A Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering, or a related field is required. Experience: 2-4 years of relevant experience is required. This includes experience in large systems software design and development, along with in-depth troubleshooting and unit testing with both new and legacy production systems. Technical Skills: A solid foundation in computer science, with competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design is necessary. Experience in programming and with problem diagnosis and resolution is also required. ## Description An opportunity is available for a hands-on Software Design Engineer II to build and evolve next-generation systems and AI-powered engineering capabilities. The role involves hands-on engineering with complex software and systems environments, offering opportunities to grow into AI-powered software engineering, agentic systems, automated testing, program analysis, and scalable engineering platforms. The ideal candidate is a software engineer who enjoys working across technology boundaries, learning new areas, and turning research ideas into practical solutions., * Design, implement, test, debug, and maintain software across systems, AI, and developer platforms. * Develop software in C/C++, Python, and PowerShell, with potential work in Rust/C#. * Work with operating systems, system components, virtualization, and systems infrastructure. * Build automation for software engineering, testing, debugging, and developer workflows. * Develop and integrate LLM- and Agentic AI-based solutions for software engineering and program analysis. * Explore automated code generation, test generation, debugging, program analysis, and developer productivity. * Build tools and services that integrate AI with source code, engineering data, tests, logs, and system telemetry. * Work with cloud infrastructure, virtual machines, and distributed systems. ## Related Videos - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) - [Are you still programming unit tests or already generating?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/722-are-you-still-programming-unit-tests-or-already-generating) - [Guiding Agentic AI with Vue](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2033-guiding-agentic-ai-with-vue) - [How will artificial intelligence change the future of software testing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/85-how-will-artificial-intelligence-change-the-future-of-software-testing) - [Theia AI Live Demo: Air Gapped AI for Developer Tools and IDEs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100245-theia-ai-live-demo-air-gapped-ai-for-developer-tools-and-ides) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)